Description
This savory Cheese Bread recipe combines sharp cheddar cheese with basic pantry ingredients to create a moist, flavorful quick bread. It’s perfect for a snack, breakfast, or as a side with soups and salads. Easy to prepare and baked until golden, this bread features a tender crumb infused with cheese and a hint of garlic powder for added depth.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan. This step ensures the bread won’t stick to the pan after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder. This combines all the dry leavening and seasoning evenly.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, tossing it with the flour mixture to coat the cheese evenly. This helps the cheese distribute throughout the bread and prevents it from clumping.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, sour cream (or plain yogurt), egg, and melted butter until smooth. These ingredients create the moist batter that will bring the bread together.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender and avoid a dense texture.
- Pour and Smooth Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula for an even rise during baking.
- Bake the Bread: Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The bread should be golden and cooked through.
- Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing to preserve its structure and flavor.
Notes
- Mix different cheeses such as mozzarella, parmesan, or pepper jack to vary the flavor profile of this bread.
- Add chopped chives, cooked bacon, or diced jalapeños to the batter for extra flavor and texture.
- Use plain yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter tang and slightly different texture.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to avoid tough bread.
- This bread stores well wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or can be frozen for longer storage.
